Jill C. Gustin
Sep 6, 2026
Racine – Jill C. Gustin, passed away at home, suddenly and without warning, on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Jill was born in Racine on March 2, 1961 to Stanley and Leone (nee: Eschmann) Lenart. On December 23, 1987, Jill married William L. Gustin in Racine. Jill was the treasure of his heart. Jill was a member of Hope Community Church, 5040...
Alice Fay Johnson
Sep 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Alice Fay
Alice Fay was a woman of remarkable warmth, joy, and generosity. She had a beautiful soul, a wonderful sense of humor, and a laughter that brought light to those around her. Her genuine desire to help others was reflected in the kindness she showed and the love she shared so freely. Alice made people feel...
Sally Anderson
Sep 4, 2026
Sally L. Anderson, age 89, passed away peacefully at St. Monica’s in Racine on Friday, September 4, 2026. Sally was born in Eau Claire, WI on December 15, 1936, to the late Oswald and Florence (Challinor) Christensen. She was united in marriage to Jerome B. Anderson at Grange Avenue Methodist Church in June of 1958 until he preceded her in...
Clinton "Clint" Cagle
Sep 1, 2026
Clinton “Clint” Howard Cagle, 72, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Clint was born on February 11, 1954, in Racine, Wisconsin, to Howard Wayne Cagle and Carol Jean (née Meinert) Cagle. Born and raised in Racine, Clint lived a life marked by service, curiosity, craftsmanship, adventure, and an extraordinary variety of interests.
In 1971, Clint began his service in the United...
Dr. Rodrigo Ayento Mata, Jr
Aug 31, 2026
Dr. Rodrigo Ayento Mata Jr., M.D. was born in Lupao Nueva Ecija, Philippines 92 years ago on 9/2/1934. He met his future wife, Leoncia Ferrer Buencamino in elementary school. They married on June 19, 1958, and raised 5 children.
Rodrigo Jr. graduated from medical school at the University of Santo Thomas in 1960 in the Philippines, immigrated to the United States...
Gene F. Armstrong, Md
Aug 31, 2026
Kenosha – Dr. Gene F. Armstrong, 98, passed away at Robin Way Assisted Living on Monday, August 31, 2026.
Dr. Armstrong was a radiologist with St. Catherine's Hospital from 1957-1992.
Per Dr. Armstrong's wishes, a private interment will take place at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park.
William Berryhill
Aug 30, 2026
William Earl Berryhill was born on July 12, 1946, in Slate Spring (Calhoun County), Mississippi to the late Rophy Lee Collier and James Albert Berryhill. He was the 1st to be born of a set of identical twins.
On July 31st, 1966, he was united in Holy Matrimony with the love of his life and his soul mate, Joe Rutha Berryhill....
Joyce Evelyn Messerschmidt
Aug 30, 2026
Joyce Evelyn (Hill) Messerschmidt, age [88], passed away at home on August 30, 2026.
Joyce was born on June 1, 1938, in Merrill, Wisconsin, to the late Charles and Ruth (Larson) Hill. She graduated from Merrill Senior High School with the Class of 1956. On October 20, 1956, she married her high school sweetheart, Ronald David Messerschmidt, in Merrill. Together they...
Carol Ann Cress
Aug 28, 2026
KENOSHA – Mrs. Carol Ann Cress, 90, passed away at Froedtert South on Friday, August 28, 2026.
She was born in Madison on September 12, 1935, the daughter of the late John L. and Evalee (nee Ritchie) Collins. Carol graduated from Florence High School in 1954.
She married the love of her life, Donald L. Cress, on November 26, 1958. Donald preceded...
Eleanor Ann Eschmann
Aug 27, 2026
Eleanor (Boehm) Eschmann, 84, of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away August 27, 2026 at Hospice Alliance – Hospice House after a valiant fight with cancer. She was born on October 3, 1941, in Racine, the daughter of Edmund and Orlea Boehm, and lived her entire life in Racine.
On November 25, 1961, Eleanor married the love of her...
Florence Elsie Rossmann
Aug 27, 2026
Racine – Florence Elsie (née Mehlhouse) Rossmann, age 97, passed away peacefully in her sleep at St. Monica’s Senior Living on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Born in Racine on January 4, 1929, to Louis and Louise (née Bethke) Mehlhouse, Florence grew up surrounded by family, faith, and music. She graduated from Horlick High School in 1948 and began her career at...
Casey Timothy McLeod
Aug 26, 2026
Racine – Casey Timothy McLeod, age 61, passed away unexpectedly at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Casey was born in Racine, WI on December 24, 1964 to the late Kenneth Charles McLeod and Marie Martha (nee: Szymanski) McLeod. Casey truly enjoyed his longtime 20-year career at Brusha’s Restaurant as a bartender and other duties – he considered...
James M. Beere
Aug 26, 2026
James Michael "Jim" Beere, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at home with his family by his side. Born November 25,1950 and raised in Racine, Wisconsin, he was the son of the late F. Jerome and Patricia (Skow) Beere. Jim built a life rooted in family, faith, hard work, and service to others.
Jim graduated from St. Catherine's...
Clemmie Winston
Aug 22, 2026
Clemmie Winston (née Williford) peacefully departed this life on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Racine, Wisconsin, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of faith, love, compassion, and service to others.
Clemmie was born on September 19, 1936, in Widener, Arkansas, to the late Lennie Williford, Jr. and Annie Bell (née Johnson). She received her early education in the Widener, Arkansas public school...
Frederick Miller Bacher
Aug 18, 2026
KENOSHA – Frederick Miller Bacher, 91, passed away peacefully at Brookside Care Center, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
He was born in Kenosha on May 24, 1935, the son of the late Fred and Laura (nee Miller) Bacher. He attended local schools, graduating from Mary D. Bradford High School in 1953.
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Elaine A. Jensen
Aug 15, 2026
Elaine A. Jensen (nee Urness), age 97, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Pleasant Point. She was born an identical twin in Modena, WI, Buffalo County on the family farm, September 30, 1928, daughter of the late Peter and Rose Urness. When the twins were born, the doctor and nurse traveled to the family farm by horse and...
Nancy E. Vandewinckel
Aug 15, 2026
Nancy E. Vandewinckel (née Crisp), 71, died unexpectedly at home on August 15, 2026. Born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late James and Ilah Crisp. Nancy was married to Stephen E. Vandewinckel. They would have celebrated 35 years of marriage this September. Surviving, in addition to her husband, is her son, the Rev. Matthew James,...
Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby
Aug 14, 2026
TRANSITION & TRIUMPH: THE KIRBY STORY – FINAL EDITION
In the West Tennessee farm country, where for decades farmers have coaxed good things from the earth, it pleased God to plant something very special. On August 1, 1953, in the little town of Atwood, Tennessee, there sprang a root out of dry ground. ...
Karen Z. Tyykila
Aug 14, 2026
Karen Tyykila, age 87, passed away at her residence on Friday, August 14, 2026 after a diagnosis of lung cancer and Myelofibrosis.
Karen was born in Superior, WI to Einard G. and Zelda S. (nee: Lahti) Maki. She graduated from South Shore High School in Port Wing, WI and was Co-Valedictorian of her Class of '57. Karen...
Thomas John Schultz
Aug 11, 2026
Thomas (Tom) J. Schultz
Tom progressed from his walker to his wheelchair and earned his wings on August 11th.
Tom always enjoyed helping others and bringing a smile to those around him. In his memory, we encourage you to carry on his kindness. Give someone a smile, share a kind word, offer a...
